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Join Anthony Head, Celia Imrie, Richard Johnson and Geoffrey Whitehead in this gloriously daft Victorian romp in the style of Charles Dickens after too much gin. First performed on the British Broadcasting Club's Radio 4 Gasp at the evil Mr Gently Benevolent, played by Mr Anthony Head! Weep at the trials of our young hero Pip Bin, played by Master Tom Allen! Be moved to joy and sorrow by the remarkable narration of Mr Richard Johnson! Swoon at the fragile beauty of Pip's poor Mama, played by Miss Celia Imrie! Wonder at the thespian prowess of Mr Geoffrey Whitehead as six different siblings! Follow the remarkable adventures of young Pip Bin as he struggles to rescue himself and his sisters from the schemes of his evil and badly-named guardian Mr Gently Benevolent, and the blood-curdling Hardthrasher family. Immerse yourself in a timeless epic featuring terrifying schools, even worse prisons, disguises, court-cases, shipwrecks, underwater squirrels and swash-buckling long-lost aunts. Revel in the many fine quips, characters and scenarios in these six magnificent episodes written by Mr. Mark Evans and produced by Mr. Gareth Edwards, previously renowned for their craftsmanship on the works of Messrs. Mitchell and Webb. "A joy!" ("Times"). "We are amused". ("Independent").
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
FINALLY - a comedy series with intelligence, wit, and an inspired sense of the surreal. I listened to every episode and every repeat. Superbly acted, utterly brilliant. Writer Mark Evans is one to watch.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
This is the funniest thing I have ever heard on radio. It is in the mould of classic British humour with lunacy, learning and just plain silliness. It's brilliant and I would put money on it following the path that Hitchhiker's Guide travelled from radio. Can't recommend it more highly and would make a great present.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Aboslutely superb show that I listened to both times it has been on the radio and I went to see recorded!
Beware of the underwater squirrels, the fatal cold, jealous father in laws, wooden sea dog/pirates....oh yes and the Heartthrasher brothers and sister.
I wouldnt have gone to see it if I wasnt such a huge Celia fan, but I am EVER so glad I have followed it through! It is brilliant!
*clicks buy*
Beware of the underwater squirrels, the fatal cold, jealous father in laws, wooden sea dog/pirates....oh yes and the Heartthrasher brothers and sister.
I wouldnt have gone to see it if I wasnt such a huge Celia fan, but I am EVER so glad I have followed it through! It is brilliant!
*clicks buy*
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A great listen
I first heard Bleak Expectations on Radio 4's comedy slot at 6.30 pm. I loved the humour at the time and I decided to treat myself to a re-listen to the series. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Phil K
Absolutely brilliant!
I first heard this series on BBC Radio 4 one evening completely by accident and bought the whole first series after catching up on some epidsodes on IPlayer. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Susan A. Murray
Harumbles!
What a hidden gem!
I accidentally "started" this on a season 4 episode and thought it was utterly insane and bonkers, therefore I had to start from the beginning and am so... Read more
I accidentally "started" this on a season 4 episode and thought it was utterly insane and bonkers, therefore I had to start from the beginning and am so... Read more
Published 17 months ago by J. A. Walls
Brilliant Burlesque
One of the best laugh-out-loud pieces of silliness for a long time.
In this kind of burlesque/parody, it is essential for the actors to deliver the material with utter... Read more
In this kind of burlesque/parody, it is essential for the actors to deliver the material with utter... Read more
Published 17 months ago by David A. Edwards
Classic Comedy
I loved this series!
The writing is clever, witty and silly - everything a comedy should be.
The acting is terrific, with the villains especially well-played. Read more
The writing is clever, witty and silly - everything a comedy should be.
The acting is terrific, with the villains especially well-played. Read more
Published on 2 April 2010 by Norwin!
funny
Heard this on Radio 4 and laughed a lot. A pastiche of Dickens and all Victoriana, lamentable deaths and plucky heroines, the evil Mr. Read more
Published on 31 Mar 2010 by sapitt
Bleak Expectations vol 1
Great fun . Anyone who enjoys quirky , clever humour such as Blackadder will enjoy this series
Published on 7 Feb 2010 by G. Mcallister
Makes me laugh out loud
I find most Radio 4 comedy drama pretty weak - twee and self-conscious, like Claire in the Community or the truly awful ones about airline crew and the wartime intelligence... Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2010 by Michael Foster
Weak Expectations......
What can I say ? I was disappointed.
Having read great reviews I was expecting a great comedy. Read more
Having read great reviews I was expecting a great comedy. Read more
Published on 22 Dec 2009 by D. W. Gill-collis
BBC Brilliance
I first heard this show when I worked a 'late', and was determined to hear it in full. So with a long journey coming up I bought this and the second series, and my 5 hour journey... Read more
Published on 13 Nov 2009 by Mattdoc30
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